Program Overview
The Applied History at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Shippensburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional training in historical research and writing
- Continuing Education for teachers
- Advanced study in diverse historical field and subjects
- Preparation for employment in museums, businesses, historical organizations, and government
- Specialized classes in Museum Studies, Historic Preservation, Archives, Oral History, and Local History Research
- Specialized Summer K-12 Educators Institute
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Present an official transcript showing at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA for your undergraduate studies.
- Complete a 500-word\xc2\xa0statement of purpose\xc2\xa0discussing your reason for pursuing graduate studies in applied history. This should include a discussion of prior training and professional goals and how both will influence this program. Please submit this as a PDF or Word document to\xc2\xa0GradAdmiss@ship.edu
- Prospective students are also invited to provide any additional information, letters of recommendation, or writing samples that will allow the history department to assess their potential for graduate studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, United States
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months